principled stand

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A strong position taken in defense of one's moral or ethical beliefs.

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  • He took a principled stand against corruption, despite the personal cost.
  • He took a principled stand against the unethical practices.
  • It's important to take a principled stand even when it's unpopular.
  • The organization made a principled stand for social justice.
  • Her principled stand on human rights earned her widespread respect.
  • It requires courage to maintain a principled stand in the face of adversity.
  • The organization has always maintained a principled stand on environmental issues.
  • Her principled stand on environmental protection gained widespread support.
  • Despite facing intense criticism, she refused to back down from her principled stand.
  • They refused to yield, taking a firm principled stand on their values.
  • Taking a principled stand often requires significant courage and conviction.
  • Taking a principled stand can sometimes lead to isolation.
  • The senator's principled stand against the controversial bill was widely praised.
  • The senator has consistently adopted a principled stand on fiscal responsibility.
  • We must encourage young people to take a principled stand for what they believe in.
  • Despite intense pressure, he held a principled stand for transparency.
  • This was not just a political maneuver, but a genuine principled stand for justice.
  • A leader must be prepared to take a principled stand when necessary.
  • His principled stand ultimately led to important policy changes within the company.
  • Their principled stand against discrimination inspired future generations.